Science, savings, and surprises — here’s your weekly ITMO roundup 👇

🔬 The Scientific Workshop Week at ITMO gives future nanotech pros a chance to work on real projects and even enroll in Master’s programs without exams.

📱 ITMO scientists have developed Russia’s first mobile system that tracks bacteria growth in real time, all to make quality control of dairy products easier, cheaper, and portable.

💡 ITMO and POSTECH scientists have created a new kind of efficient light-emitting element that could prove vital in ultra-thin, durable, and high-performance displays.

Now, let’s revisit two stories you (and we) couldn’t stop reading this week:

💸 What can you do with just 500 rubles in St. Petersburg? Turns out, quite a lot — from quirky eats to cool experiences, here’s how to make the most of your money!

🏙 Think you know all of St. Pete? Think again — we’re spotlighting 9 charming towns that are technically part of the city. Pick your next day trip from this surprising list!

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Cursed with a rainy summer? 🌧

If those are your thoughts these days, we feel you… summer in St. Petersburg can seem far from a sunny paradise 😮

But let’s look on the bright side! There are at least seven other solid reasons to love this season in our Northern Capital – here they are, all in one story!

How do you feel about the weather?

👍 — Love it just the way it is!
🔥 — I’d prefer a heatwave
👀 — I’m not in the city right now

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Want to study at ITMO, but your dream program is in Russian?

ITMO University offers you a unique opportunity to spend a complete academic year focusing on your Russian language skills before starting your learning journey! Join our Foundation Program and enjoy:

✔️ Intensive Russian language program for beginners
✔️ In-depth training in a wide range of study subjects (options include math, physics, IT, chemistry, and social studies) relevant to ITMO University’s admission tests

💵 Currently, you can apply to a fee-based position by signing an individual study contract with ITMO University. The course fees are 250,000 rubles (as of 2025).

To apply, send these documents to int.students@itmo.ru:

📄 A scanned copy of your passport
📄 A scanned copy of your official educational certificates
📄 Translations of the abovementioned documents (optional)
📄 A letter of motivation in English

If your application is approved, in 1-2 weeks you’ll receive a study contract and a bill. When the contract is signed and the payment is confirmed, it takes 2 more weeks to issue a visa invitation.

📅 Application are accepted by August 31, 2025

Advantages:

✏️ Engaging and immersive lessons
‍✏️ Networking with peers from around the world
✏️ Dorm accommodation
✏️ Numerous student discounts
✏️ A certificate of completion confirming your level of Russian

If you would like to apply for the Foundation Program or have a question, contact int.students@itmo.ru for details!

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Science, sustainability, and soul 🍀

Meet Houssam Aabdani, a Master’s student from Morocco who’s big into GreenTech – but also fencing, skating, and making connections across cultures! Speaking to ITMO.NEWS, he opens up about the bittersweet nature of graduation:

…I collected so many memories, made new friends and had fun while participating in different events. I’ve got very few days left at ITMO, and I think I am gonna feel very emotional saying goodbye to all of it.

For more, read the full spotlight now 👈

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Explore the ITMO dorms – home to our many international students! 🏡

Today, we’re showing you around the dormitory at Alpiysky Ln. 15/2. Here, students live in comfortable “block”-type rooms for two and have access to unique public spaces – including four gyms, several coworking areas, music room, cinema room, and other leisure spaces.

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Papers, particles, and picnics – that’s what this week is all about!

🧠 ITMO’s new AI model, NanoMINER, analyzes scientific papers 90x faster than humans and with 98% accuracy.

⚛️ ITMO physicists have explained the skewed wake effect in particle accelerators, a breakthrough that will make next-gen compact accelerators safer and more efficient.

🍢 Wondering what Russians bring to a picnic? From open-faced sandwiches to grilled delights, here are the go-to outdoor staples.

And here are two posts from this week that you loved the most:

🏠 A peek inside the ITMO dorm on Alpiysky – featuring comfy double rooms and perks like coworking zones, gyms, a cinema, and music room.

🌦 Rainy St. Pete summer got you down? Here are 7 reasons to embrace the season – even with an umbrella in hand!

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